Dr. Richard J. Gelles is a leading expert in domestic violence and child welfare, whose pioneering work has shaped the systematic investigation of these fields. His research, often grounded in empirical data, uncovers the complexities of family violence and its impact on children's lives. Gelles's publications delve deeply into themes concerning child welfare, examining how family protection policies can inadvertently endanger those they aim to shield. His extensive body of work has been instrumental in advancing the understanding and approaches to issues of family violence and child welfare.
Why Government Programs Don't Work--And a Blueprint for Change
The book critiques government programs aimed at addressing social issues, arguing they often fail to deliver effective solutions across various sectors. Richard Gelles advocates for a shift towards a universal entitlement system that promises to be more cost-effective and efficient in tackling these social challenges.
This book attempts to combine intellectual integrity with a lively writing style and aims to acquaint students with the entire range of sociological inquiry from classical to contemporary. This edition has been completely updated and now includes two new features: Communist Societies in Transition, and Sociology and the Media.